WezTerm vs mlterm: catalog facts
 WezTerm |  mlterm |
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Free Free and open source, funded by sponsorship. |
Free Free and open source. |
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Windows, macOS, Linux |
Linux |
- Built-in multiplexing of panes, tabs and windows, including to remote hosts over SSH
- Lua configuration, so one file follows you across Linux, macOS and Windows
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- Good handling of complex scripts and bidirectional text
- Supports image display protocols
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- A spare-time project maintained largely by one person
- Lua config is powerful but a steeper start than a settings dialog
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- Configuration is less approachable than mainstream terminals
- Smaller user community
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Downloadable app |
Downloadable app |
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Open source |
Open source |
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License: MIT |
License not stated |
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No account needed |
No account needed |
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Works offline |
Works offline |
Checked September 20, 2026 | Checked October 2, 2026 |
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